Financial Analyst II

Veit•Rogers, MN

About The Position

The Financial Analyst II independently analyzes financial and operational results, identifies trends and variances, develops forecasts, and explains financial drivers to project managers and business leaders. The role supports project profitability, project accounting, work-in-progress (WIP) reporting, budgeting, backlog analysis, billing and collections, and internal financial reporting. The analyst partners with project managers and finance leaders to monitor project performance, cash flow, and data integrity; participates in the monthly cost-to-complete process; and supports process and reporting improvements. Success requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of construction project cycles and financial principles. Most work is performed in an office environment, with occasional travel to job sites. The employee frequently works independently and with others. Job sites may involve high noise levels; hearing protection is provided and required. Extended hours, up to 12 hours per day, may be needed during peak periods. The base compensation range is $95,000–$105,000, potentially varying with geographic location, skills, and relevant experience. Full-time employees are offered medical, dental, and vision plans; life insurance; disability coverage; retirement plans with matching contributions; generous paid time off; profit sharing; tuition reimbursement; and an employee assistance program. Veit describes itself as a specialty contractor focused on foundations, earthwork, utilities, marine services, industrial cleaning, cured-in-place pipelining, and waste disposal, and emphasizes safety, purposeful work, shared leadership, authentic relationships, and integrity.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field and 2–4 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to analyze financial results, identify trends and variances, develop forecasts, and clearly explain key financial drivers with moderate guidance.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills, including the ability to explain financial information clearly to individuals and groups.
Ability to calculate discounts, interest, variances, percentages, and related financial metrics.
Ability to interpret written, oral, and diagram-based instructions and solve problems involving multiple variables in standardized situations.
Ability to prioritize competing demands, respond to high-priority needs, meet deadlines, and produce accurate, timely work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to comply with company policies and procedures and applicable laws, regulations, and codes.
Ability to work extended hours, up to 12 hours per day, during peak periods as needed.
Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information; sit or stand stationary for extended periods; use a computer or laptop in an office environment; navigate between office floors; attend off-site meetings or events; and lift up to 35 pounds unassisted.
Ability to occasionally work at job sites where high noise levels may be encountered; hearing protection is provided and required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in construction accounting.
CCIFP certification.
Experience with Viewpoint Vista and/or HCSS.
Working knowledge of Spreadsheet Server, Power BI, SQL, and Crystal Reports.

Responsibilities

Analyze financial results, identify trends and variances, and explain business drivers to project managers and business leaders.
Participate in monthly cost-to-complete review meetings and record billing adjustments for over- or under-billing, actual work performed, approved change orders, and expected margin changes.
Track and report backlog revenue and expected profit margins for recurring forecasting and reporting.
Perform profit fade analysis, identify contributing factors, and explain trends, variances, and potential risks to finance and project leaders.
Process job cost and general ledger adjusting entries.
Track and analyze inventory valuations and record job-related inventory usage.
Identify process improvement and technology enhancement opportunities and support implementation efforts as assigned.
Develop and maintain dashboards and monthly reporting packages for project managers, business leaders, and finance leadership.
Prepare and support project accounting, WIP reporting, project reporting, and project forecasting.
Support project structure, data governance, and financial data integrity in applicable systems and reporting processes.
Perform recurring operational analysis and benchmarking to explain trends, variances, and potential risks.
Assist with budgeting, resource allocation analysis, billing, and collections.
Review financial results and scorecards with stakeholders, explaining trends, variances, and potential risks.
Assist with year-end audit reconciliations and account analysis.
Keep the supervisor informed of known issues or actions that may affect assignment completion or company operations.
Perform other projects or duties assigned by management.